Mini R50 Front Right Sport Seat O/S Half Leather Molette Backrest Cover Black

Description

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R50 Front Right Sport Seat O/S Half Leather Molette Backrest Cover Black is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for front right-side installation in Mini R50 series models. The sporty profile and black leather upholstery create a cohesive, aesthetic set with the factory interior, allowing for a functional replacement of a damaged backrest without interfering with the seat structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7136392-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7136392
• Substitutable numbers: 52107136392, 7136392
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini R50

The presented backrest is designed as a component of the sport seat mounted on the front right side of the Mini R50. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original seat geometry and the correct position of the driver or passenger relative to the dashboard and safety systems.

The backrest is part of an original Mini seat, ensuring stylistic consistency with other interior elements, such as the seat cushion, door panels, or center console. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or replacing worn upholstery elements in daily-driven vehicles.

Construction, material, and color scheme

The backrest is made in a sport configuration with half-leather upholstery, where key contact areas with the driver’s or passenger’s body are covered in black leather. This choice of material ensures a pleasant-to-touch surface, easier maintenance, and a significantly more dynamic visual character than standard fabric seats.

The black upholstery color allows for seamless integration with most factory Mini R50 interior configurations, reducing the risk of shade differences between the newly installed backrest and other cabin elements. At the same time, the leather finish emphasizes a more comfortable and refined interior character, which is important both from a utility perspective and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Functional advantages of the sport backrest

The sport version of the seat backrest is contoured to better stabilize the body during driving, especially during dynamic maneuvers. Increased side support limits torso movement in corners, which translates into more confident vehicle handling and less fatigue during long trips.

• More pronounced side support in the back area,
• Stable seating position during changes in driving direction,
• Better pressure distribution on the backrest surface,
• Visual consistency with other sport seats in the cabin.

Thanks to this design, the backrest can be used both as a repair element after mechanical damage and as part of an interior upgrade when the user wants to switch from standard seats to a configuration with a more sporty character.

Characteristics of the used component

The backrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used item that retains the functionality required for further operation. Such OEM components are often chosen as a reasonable alternative to new parts, allowing for the maintenance of the vehicle’s original specifications while reducing repair or upgrade costs.

In the case of upholstered elements, it is particularly important to maintain structural compatibility with the factory seat, which is why choosing an original backrest from dismantling minimizes the risk of installation problems and ensures proper fitment to the existing frame and adjustment mechanisms.

Interior expansion and related elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat modules, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

If you are considering a broader cabin transformation and want to better understand how branded seats from dismantling affect ergonomics and vehicle value, check out our guide: Interior transformation: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value. This is a practical addition to your knowledge when planning the replacement of a single backrest or an entire set of seats.